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Systems Test Engineer 3 with Security Clearance

PDS Defense Inc.Woodland Hills, CA🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 22, 2026

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Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Employee
Work mode
On Site
Location
Woodland Hills, CA, United States
Posted
12 hours ago

Job Description

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Systems Test Engineer 3, in Woodland Hills, CA. Job ID#226850 Job Description: As a member of the Integration & Test department you'll get to support the development, implementation, and verification of tests algorithms and software and simulation tools to perform guidance, navigation and control of aircraft. This position will serve on-site at Woodland Hills, CA. Responsibilities
Identify, troubleshoot, and remediate equipment issues to support system build-out and sell-off. Communicate project status to the Integration and Test (I&T) IPT Lead.

Collaborate with systems engineers to perform system architecture characterization studies on various system components. Design, develop, and implement testing methods for individual pieces of equipment (both custom and COTS) and entire systems. Compile data and help to define changes required in testing methodology, equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, and new testing requirements.

Basic Qualifications for Engineer Systems Test 3
Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 12 years of experience, a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 10 years of experience, or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 8 years of experience.
Working knowledge of DO-229D Appendix R.
Knowledge of TSO/MSO-C145.
Working Knowledge of Test Automation/Simulation for GPS Integrity Verification and Validation.
Demonstrated problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications for Engineer Systems Test 3
Active Secret security clearance. Knowledge of DO-178C development process. Working knowledge of standard test equipment: network analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, synthesizers, digitizers, and/or signal analyzers. Working knowledge of Spirent or other GPS testing equipment. Benefits offered to vary by the contract.

Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter. Military connected talent encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals /

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/ The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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